Milwaukee Marshall High School’s NAF academies prepare students for college, careers, and future success through hands-on, career-focused learning.
NAF academies are small learning communities within public high schools. Based on their interests, students choose a pathway and train for their future careers. Academies help shape diverse, well-prepared workforces in fast-growing industries through coursework and hands-on experiences like:
- Apprenticeships, internships, and mentorships
- Career fairs
- Field trips and worksite tours
- Guest speakers from community partners
- Job shadowing opportunities
- Mock interviews and resume support
- Skill workshops
- Work-based learning projects
At Marshall, we proudly offer career training and preparation through our four NAF academies.
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Graduation rate among NAF seniors
NAF Academy of Audio/Video
Students are guided through the process of creating video, from using cameras to planning, managing, and producing a video shoot to editing. Courses include:
- Digital Video Production
- Intro to e-Production
- Broadcasting
NAF Academy of Engineering
Students experience the design process by researching global issues, breaking them into smaller problems, and finding sustainable solutions. Courses include:
- Introduction to Engineering
- Exploring Computer Science
- Principles of Engineering
- Environmental Sustainability
Project Lead The Way incorporates project-based science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) learning into the classroom. The program develops problem-solving and critical-thinking skills and encourages students to explore careers in technology and engineering fields.
NAF Academy of Health Sciences
- Global Health Careers
- Principles in Biomed
- Medical Interventions
- Immunology
NAF Academy of Information Technology
This academy shapes the next generation of information technology professionals. Through hands-on experiences and career-centered courses and activities that can include coding, graphic design, and robotics, students develop a knowledge base and skills that prepare them for exciting college and career opportunities in this rapidly growing field. Courses include:
- Art Foundations
- Graphic Design
- Exploring Computer Science
- Design Elements and Principles
- Digital Imaging: Adobe Photoshop
- Image Technology Workshop